Highley Community Primary School
86%
Capacity
247
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Highley Community Primary School
Highley Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 247 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 287 places).
Ofsted has rated Highley Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Plim, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10958th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 88 in Shropshire.
Highley Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 36 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highley Community Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Film Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, Highley Community Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grasmere Drive, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6EH |
| Headteacher | Tom Plim |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 247 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.9% |
| School Capacity | 247 / 287 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10958th of 13,686
Nationally
1138th of 1,378
In West Midlands
68th of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (85% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grasmere Drive, Bridgnorth
Shropshire, WV16 6EH
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